Family skiing in the Aravis mountainsSnow in the foreground. In the background, a mother and her two children, a little boy and a little girl, are skiing. They are dressed in a mixture of orange, purple and grey. The Aravis mountain range and a magnificent blue sky make up the third shot.
©A family skiing in front of the Aravis mountain range in the Grand-Bornand alpine ski area.|Tilby Vattard

Live the experience The Mini-Domaine

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Skiing made easy!

Located in the heart of Le Grand-Bornand, the Mini Domaine is the ideal place for beginners, families and those who want to enjoy skiing in complete tranquillity. With accessible pistes and an enchanting setting, this area offers a gentle first approach to skiing, in an authentic mountain setting.

A family having a snowball fight in the ski area overlooking the Aravis mountain range.H22 Alpine skiing T.shu Le Grand Bornand Tourisme Dsf7887.jpg 1600px 1
©A family of skiers having a snowball fight on the heights of the ski area, with the Aravis mountain range in the background.|Tristan Shu

    How does it work? An ideal space for gentle gliding

    Family skiing in the Grand-Bornand beginners' areaSnow in the foreground. In the background, a mother and her little daughter are skiing on a slope designed for beginners. Fir trees and a magnificent blue sky in the background.
    ©Family skiing in the Grand-Bornand ski area.|Tilby Vattard

      A domain designed to allow you to progress at your own pace

      Want to learn to ski without the stress? The Mini Domaine du Grand-Bornand has been designed with you in mind, giving you privileged access to a wide selection of 13 specially adapted facilities!

      – The Rosay and La Joyère gondola lifts take you gently into the heart of the mountains.
      – The Charmieux, La Taverne and Le Châtelet chairlifts for exploring the slopes in complete tranquillity, while enjoying exceptional views.
      – The Raiches, La Côte, Les Combes, Les Arces and La Mulaterie ski lifts will allow you to progress step by step.
      – The Castor snow line and the conveyor belts at Alpage Express and Les Outalays offer a safe and fun way to get to grips with skiing.

      Accessible skiing for young and old in all simplicity

      Because everyone deserves to experience the joys of the mountains, the Mini Domaine offers an ideal day-long alternative for those looking for a fun and affordable experience. Whether it’s your first descents or you want to perfect your technique, it’s the perfect compromise between fun and learning, in a friendly environment.

      A mother gives technical advice to her two children on skis, with the pierced peak in the background.A mother gives technical advice to her two children on skis, with the pierced peak in the background.
      ©A mother gives technical advice to her two children on skis, with the pierced peak in the background.|T.Vattard
      Close-up photo of a child skiing with ski lift installations in the background.Close-up photo of a child skiing with ski lift installations in the background.
      ©Close-up photo of a child skiing with ski lift installations in the background.|T. Shu
      A child in ski gear is photographed in front of the Aravis mountain range as he sprays snow into the air.A child in ski gear is photographed in front of the Aravis mountain range as he sprays snow into the air.
      ©A child in ski gear is photographed in front of the Aravis mountain range as he sprays snow into the air.|P.Guilbaud
      A parent and child skiing on a groomed slope with the snow-covered Aravis mountain range and the setting sun in the background. The parent puts the child's ski mask back on.53aravis Pierreguilbaud Sunset H22
      ©A parent and child skiing on a groomed slope with the snow-covered Aravis mountain range and the setting sun in the background. The parent puts the child's ski mask back on.|P.Guilbaud

        Why do we recommend it? 

         An ideal place to start

        Suitable, safe slopes for confident progress.

         An economical alternative

        Enjoy skiing and snowboarding without the cost of a day pass for a large ski area.

         An enchanting Alpine setting

        The beauty of Grand-Bornand, even in a small area, with all the atmosphere of a major resort.

        How do you carry out this experiment?

        A family of cross-country skiers enjoying a break in the sunshine, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The atmosphere is relaxed and happy. This photo captures a moment of complicity and pleasure with a group of Nordic skiers in the mountains. Under clear skies and facing a majestic panorama, they take a break, exchanging tips and smiles. The natural light brings out the energy and good humour of the moment.
        ©A family of cross-country skiers share a convivial moment in the heart of nature, with a breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks.|C.Hudry
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        A mother and her son are on a chairlift to the top of the ski slope. They are both very friendly and seem to be looking forward to skiing, by the big smiles and expressions on their faces as they contemplate the slopes.A mother and her son are on a chairlift to the top of the ski slope. They are both very friendly and seem to be looking forward to skiing, as they smile broadly and put on a brave face, gazing out over the slopes.
        ©A mother and her son are on a chairlift to the top of the ski slope. They are both very friendly and seem to be looking forward to skiing, as they smile broadly and put on a brave face, gazing out over the slopes.|Pierre Guilbaud
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        A family with two children standing on skis at the top of a slope watching the sun set over the Aravis mountain range. One has a blue, black and green ski outfit, another red and yellow, another green and black and the last red and black. One of the skiers in the middle is pointing with his left stick to the top of a mountain. The atmosphere is very lunar with a white/golden light. It's a beautiful end to a day's skiing.A family with two children standing on skis at the top of a slope watching the sun set over the Aravis mountain range. One has a blue, black and green ski outfit, another red and yellow, another green and black and the last red and black. One of the skiers in the middle is pointing with his left stick to the top of a mountain. The atmosphere is very lunar with a white/golden light. It's a beautiful end to a day's skiing.
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        ©A skier soars through the air before landing softly on the big airbag.|J.Cathala
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        ©Family skiing on the Môm'Park, beginners' slope in the Grand-Bornand alpine ski area|Tilby Vattard
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        ©A young skier making his first tracks in the Môm' Park, a beginners' area in the Grand-Bornand ski area.|Tilby Vattard
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